Cello Lessons in Bethesda, MD

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Ukulele Mandolin Recorder Lute Double Bass Mallet Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

...I began playing in local rock and r&b bands at the age of 15. These were some of my most influential experiences, as they expanded my musical tastes into jazz fusion, swing, standards and Latin Jazz. After graduating high school, I attended community college and then went to New York to study jazz theory, where I played a few sets with Sweetback in 2000 that led up to being asked to play with the band. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Cello Organ Ukulele Recorder Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

...My voice training began in 6th grade and it was during high school that I began the specialized training in classical and operatic singing. I attended the High School Music Honors program held at the University of Minnesota every summer from 9th to 11th grade. ... Read More

Instruments: Cello

...We then will move on to the etude and piece that the student is studying. Each week the student will have specific goals to reach. For beginners, the goal can simply be becoming comfortable holding the instrument.... Read More

Instruments: Cello

...Some of my students continued to study cello and became professional players themselves. For the beginner students I emphasize mastering the basics, so that they can have the good foundation to grow on.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello Drums Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

...I have lessons for younger students looking to learn how to collaborate in their first bands. With more advanced students studying improvising and composition, I also dive into narrative arc, motific development, and deep listening exercises aimed at helping creative musicians find and express their own unique voices.... Read More

Instruments: Cello

...I am down-to-earth and laid-back, yet organized and focused in lessons. It is important to me that each student makes steady progress and their own pace, which I encourage through setting realistic goals for all students at each lesson.... Read More